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#831 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 42% in state
W.h.a. Elementary
Elementary School · WALKER-HACKENSACK-AKELEY SCHL. DIST
BOX 4000, Walker, MN 56484
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
388
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#831 of 1,992
In Walker
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
WALKER-HACKENSACK-AKELEY SCHL. DIST
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W.h.a. Elementary
Elementary School in Walker · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About W.h.a. Elementary
W.h.a. Elementary is a public elementary school in Walker, MN, part of WALKER-HACKENSACK-AKELEY SCHL. DIST.
W.h.a. Elementary serves approximately 388 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. W.h.a.
Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #831 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for W.h.a. Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- MN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
W.h.a. Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
50% of students at W.h.a. Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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W.h.a. Elementary — Students at W.h.a. Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.
How W.h.a. Elementary Compares
See how W.h.a. Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
BOX 4000, Walker, MN 56484
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W.h.a. Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEVIS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Nevis), which scores notably higher. Another option is LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 28.3 miles away, in nearby Bemidji), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LAPORTE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.9/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Laporte), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Walker, see our Walker schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WALKER-HACKENSACK-AKELEY SEC. Walker | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Up North Learning Center Walker | 2.0 mi | — |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Walker | 4.0 mi | — |
| LAPORTE ELEMENTARY Laporte | 11.5 mi | 6.9 |
| LAPORTE SECONDARY Laporte | 11.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Laporte Middle School Laporte | 11.5 mi | 5.6 |
| CASS LAKE-BENA MIDDLE SCHOOL Cass Lake | 18.0 mi | 4.6 |
| CASS LAKE-BENA SECONDARY Cass Lake | 18.0 mi | 7.0 |
| FOOTHILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Backus | 19.2 mi | 6.4 |
| CASS LAKE-BENA AREA LRNG. CNTR. Cass Lake | 19.5 mi | 6.5 |
| CASS LAKE-BENA ELEMENTARY Cass Lake | 19.6 mi | 4.6 |
| NEVIS ELEMENTARY Nevis | 15.5 mi | 8.0 |
| NEVIS SECONDARY Nevis | 15.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Bug-O-Nay-Ge-Shig School Bena | 22.2 mi | — |
| Pine River-Backus ALP Pine River | 26.8 mi | 5.6 |
| PINE RIVER-BACKUS HIGH SCHOOL Pine River | 26.9 mi | 7.1 |
| PINE RIVER-BACKUS ELEMENTARY Pine River | 26.9 mi | 6.3 |
| HORACE MAY ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 25.9 mi | 4.8 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 28.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Lakeside Learning Center Bemidji | 29.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56484 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,688
Median Home Value
$292,900
Median Rent
$625/mo
Population
3,252
College Educated
32.1%
Homeownership
78.8%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
55.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARMSTRONG ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove, MN | 6.5 |
| BIRCHVIEW ELEMENTARY Plymouth, MN | 6.5 |
| Bear Cave Intermediate School Stewartville, MN | 6.5 |
| C.E. JACOBSON ELEMENTARY Rush City, MN | 6.5 |
| CAMBRIDGE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Cambridge, MN | 6.5 |
| ISANTI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Isanti, MN | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W.h.a. Elementary
What grades does W.h.a. Elementary serve?
W.h.a. Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend W.h.a. Elementary?
W.h.a. Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 388 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W.h.a. Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at W.h.a. Elementary is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W.h.a. Elementary rank in MN?
W.h.a. Elementary ranks #831 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is W.h.a. Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
W.h.a. Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at W.h.a. Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, W.h.a. Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is W.h.a. Elementary a charter school?
No, W.h.a. Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W.h.a. Elementary a Title I school?
No, W.h.a. Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W.h.a. Elementary?
67.5% of students at W.h.a. Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 388
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Cass County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (218) 547-4261
Resources & Links
District
WALKER-HACKENSACK-AKELEY SCHL. DIST- District Enrollment
- 688
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,418
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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